Surgical Management of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders

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Global Journal of Dental Specialty

2023, Volume 1, Issue 4 : 1-5

Research Article

Surgical Management of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders

Jonathan M. Carter

Emily R. Thompson

Sophia L. Bennett

Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Global Institute of Craniofacial Sciences, London, United Kingdom

Department of Oral Medicine and TMJ Research, University of California School of Dentistry, USA

Department of Maxillofacial Surgery and Facial Pain Management, National University of Singapore, Singapore

Abstract

Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs) comprise a heterogeneous group of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions affecting the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), masticatory muscles, and associated structures. While most patients respond favorably to conservative therapies, a subset develops persistent symptoms requiring surgical intervention. Surgical management ranges from minimally invasive procedures such as arthrocentesis and arthroscopy to open joint surgeries and total joint replacement. This review examines the indications, surgical techniques, clinical outcomes, complications, and future advancements in the surgical management of TMJ disorders. Current evidence indicates that appropriately selected patients experience significant improvements in pain reduction, mandibular function, joint mobility, and quality of life following surgical intervention. Advances in digital planning, three-dimensional imaging, patient-specific prostheses, and regenerative medicine continue to enhance treatment predictability and long-term outcomes.

Keywords

Temporomandibular Joint Disorders

TMJ Surgery

Arthroscopy

Arthrocentesis

Total Joint Replacement

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Facial Pain.

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